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Washington Post

Location

Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America

Date

Feb 12, 1909

Page

47

The Washington Poet Subscription Terms

The Washington Post Co lists subscription options with weekly and monthly periods. Various editions are described including daily and Sunday inclusive or excluded plans, with payment by checks money orders or registered letters. The notice names New York Manager Paul Block and addresses for payment and mailing.

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Lincoln's Virtues and Public Duty in Turbulent Times

The piece honors Abraham Lincoln and discusses his intellect, charity, and steadfastness during hardship. It contrasts moral leadership with labor and tariff debates, urges practical reforms, and calls for a civic censor to curb theatrical indecency, urging parents to shield children from perceived moral decline.

Senator Knox and the Salary Restoration Debate

The article discusses Senator Lat Morrill's case as a precedent for returning the Secretary of State's salary to its original level, allowing Senator Philander Knox to serve without ineligibility concerns. It argues public sentiment favors restoring salaries to their old figures and urges House action to mirror Senate restores, honoring constitutional spirit.

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Boutell Delivers Lincoln Tribute in Congress

Representative Boutell praised Abraham Lincoln on the floor, saying no living heart bears greater reverence for Lincoln. The dedication highlighted Boutell’s long service for the Ninth district of Ab ness and his role on key committees. The speech was described as a valuable contribution to Lincoln literature and a revealing portrait of Lincoln’s character and ideals.

Railroad Monopoly Debate Draws Strong Views

The discussion weighs two rail routes against one line and considers the benefits of single ownership. Proponents argue efficiency and universal service with fair profits, while opponents fear lack of competition and higher rates.

Reckoning Over Senate Rebuke Administration Clash

The piece laments ongoing Congress and Presidency disputes over secret service spending. It urges end to battles and skirmishes, urging bipartisan effort in late administration days to address urgent legislative matters without further waste.

Congress Senate Committee Brent

The Unloaded Gun and Inaugural Preparations

A long article warns on gun safety and child behavior, arguing early instruction on firearm danger to avert future misjudgments. It then reports Washington inauguration preparations, urging host committees and citizens to offer reasonable accommodations and hospitality to visitors. It notes political and social commentary on figures like Senator Foraker, President Kaiser relations, and Mr. Bryan’s self-comparisons.

Washington Kansas City Hay Dent United States

Monopoly and Harriman Shape Wall Street Power

The article discusses Goo dward B Harriman as a leading figure in American finance and railroads, rivaling Vanderbilts and Galts in influence. It weighs monopoly vs competition, notes consolidation could reduce costs and expand control, and questions job and political implications amid broader economic debates.

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New Virginia Industry Focuses on South Hog Boom

Charles A Tucker of Corbin Hart Middlesex Virginia outlines a plan to shift hog production from the North to the South He describes purchasing a historic 2000 acre Rappahannock farm and building modern clean granary pens He forecasts 10000 hogs annually for market and strong packer demand in nearby Smithfield through Yorkshires and careful husbandry

New England South Charles A. Tucker Corbin Hart Middlesex Cbnny Belvedere New York Rappahinnock Potomac Sraithfield

Five Broadway Shows Targeted by Archbishop Farley

Charles Burnham of the Actors' Association backs no censorship but warns Broadway is full of obscene material. Archbishop Farley denounces plays he calls obscene and says sacred themes are misused on stage while entertainment remains the aim and moral lessons are not their purpose.

New York Tribune New York Charles Burnham TheatrHléde Managers’ Association Archbishop Farley St. Patrick's Cathedral Broadway Burnham Farley Sis

Milk Too Cheap Says Wiley Lecture on Pure Milk Costs

Dr. Harvey W. Wiley of the Agriculture Department told a Havemeyer Hall audience that milk is too cheap under current conditions and urged the public to recognize that sanitary milk at 10 cents a quart is unrealistic. He called for consumer reform to curb the expectation of inexpensive, proper milk and warned against paying too little for production. In Sag Harbor, Mrs. Russell Sage moves to fund a public library by purchasing the Seaman house for 19 000. the plan requires moving the building, but one shade tree blocks passage, prompting Sage to offer to split the house rather than cut the tree.

The New York Tribune Harvey W. Wiley Department of Agriculture Columbia University Havemeyer Hall Wiley New York World Russell Sage Sag Harbor Long Island Woman's Village Improvement Society

Hadley's Colonels Scared by Endurance Decree

Gov Hadley orders staff endure a three day twenty mile horseback test for army officers. Clerks and politicians make up the governor's staff with many colonels appointed after Hadley's measure. He aims to prevent humiliation at Washington inaugural ceremonies on March 4.

Effernon City New York Hadley Hadhey Washington

Parallel Cases From Judge's Library

Primus recalls a man who came to this city 49 years ago, bought a basket, and began collecting rags. The question arises how much he might be worth today. Becondus urges giving up the pursuit, Primus insists there is nothing to aid for the maket.

Lincoln Rink — Waablogton Pralora Anthora Woorsins Weneryvans Geert Washington Lincon Judge's Primus Becondus

Czar to Reform His Navy Bureau and Turbulent Russia

The czar plans a radical reorganization of the navy department aiming to end graft and chaos. Admiral Walewodsky is named minister of the navy, with Stolypin backing the emperor’s reform drive amid opposition from reactionaries. Terence Browne arrives from England, linked to Lord Sligo, and recounts tales of mutiny era bravery and aristocratic lineage.

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Hypnosis Demonstration Causes Stir at Brooklyn Clinic

Alfred J of West 18th Street Manhattan arranged a hypnostism demonstration at Jeeleh Hospital of Brooklyn with Dr Fox guiding John Murphy of 472 Lexington Ave suffering chronic rheumatism. Murphy was hypnotized, immobilized, and finally reported complete relief from pain after rising and walking.

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Blea for the Porters Woes of Two Wives and Wages

A New York Times piece recounts porter hardships on trains. Porters earn about 25 a month, pay for two uniforms, and must support two wives. They work long hours with little sleep and rely on tips, facing a harsh travel life despite some prestige as applicants compete for these jobs.

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Austria's Tobacco Bill : Consumption Trends in 1907

Austria maintains a government tobacco monopoly with rising cigarette sales and higher revenues. In the Austrian half of the monarchy 1907 saw 4,348,000,000 cigarettes sold, boosting imperial receipts to about £10,300,000 while cigars rose slightly in value. Per head consumption declined from 49 cigars and 4 ounces of snuff in 1880 to 44 cigars and 30 ounces of tobacco in 1907.

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New Styles in Cleanups Shown at Tailor Convention

New fashions for spring and summer were unveiled at the Tailor Convention in New York. Reginald von Keller, editor of American Gentleman, modeled several coats from diagonal fabrics with vertical pockets and white accents, while designers showcased lighter overall tones and more white in business wear. Officials expect 250 coats from various firms, each with matching trousers and several waistcoats, including a seamless dress coat and a controversial black white plaid extreme.

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Americans and Europeans exchange views in hotel lobbies

In hotel lobbies prominent figures discuss American progress and the world’s view of the United States. Karl Hiersemann cites U.S. advances in science and education, predicting American supremacy in commerce and manufacturing. George Beban praises Roosevelt's theater patronage and hopes Taft will continue inspiring actors.

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Little Brothers and the Dumb Animals Pray for Mercy

An excerpted dramatic plea from St Francis of Assisi urging compassion for starving and neglected animals set against a Chicago News verse about a woman whose moods shift daily. The piece contrasts mercy toward animals with human indifference and ends by noting the uncertainty of the subject’s changing temper.

Seeing and Thinking from the London Post

A fragmentary piece discusses how people form images when thinking and how psychologists classify mental imagery. It cites examples of visual, auditory, and reading images and references a Cleveland Plain Dealer excerpt about a train robbery and a movie actress reaction.

Pointed Paragraphs on Money and Marriage in Verse

A curiously phrased set of social fragments contrasts laziness with ambition and gender expectations. It asserts men seek easy gains, women speak indirectly, and marriage alters freedom and equality. The piece quips about money, love, and social norms with a skeptical, satirical tone.

Reflections of a Bachelor from the New York Press

Prominent notes on social manners and anecdotes feature Col. William A. Meese recounting Lincoln era travels with Hill Lamon and Judge Davis. The piece also cites Frank Lowden advocating Rock River improvements and a South Australia-emigration angle highlighting fruit farming, climate, and export potential.

Texas Legislature Narrowly Delays Time Reform

A Baston Globe derived note claims Texas barely avoided mandating clockless time by a four vote margin. The piece hints at a broader reform arc and cites the Omaha Bee’s exaggerated take on costs and inauguration phrases amid confusion over the “second drink” time and the imagined “fourth drink” schedule.

Texas É&C

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